I'm a mother, wife, Diet Coke lover and visual story teller.
I am born and raised a New England girl but will travel wherever your love story brings me.
I've photographed in: AZ, ME, NH, VT, MA, NYC & NC
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Okay ladies and gents! It’s time I put up a blog post that is something more educational than my normal sessions and weddings! If you are a #coralcompasscouple, or you simply have been following me long enough, you know that I looooove me some wedding invitation suites! Beautifully crafted wedding stationary creates the statement for […]
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There’s a lot I don’t know. But what I do know is I have a platform and a voice, and it’s time to use them. It’s been a hard few days, but I’ve selfishly forgotten that it’s been harder for our black brothers and sisters for much longer. The tears I’ve cried and the hurt […]
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You may have seen me post in early January (and here we are in the second half of February– yikes!!) on my Instagram that I love florals on wedding days. For me… it makes a big statement to the overall look of the day. My eyes are drawn to beautifully crafted bouquets, and maybe that’s […]
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By request, I have been asked to do a blog on how to build a timeline. And friends, this may be long and winded but I hope you find it helpful!!! A few weeks ago I shared the importance of timelines and why including buffers are crucial for your wedding photographer. You can find that […]
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This one may seem like “Jess……… really?” I can’t tell you how many times I have had to tie a tie on a groom, and I’m still not good at it. This goes for regular ties and bow ties. The first time a groom ever asked me if I knew how, I blurted out laughing. […]
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This might seem obvious… or maybe not. But, this week I want to cover why considering the lighting on your wedding day is incredibly important for your photographer, and the overall gallery you will end up with. This includes the timing of your wedding day and the venue(s) you select. Lighting is what makes a […]
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So, I’m sure you might be thinking “Jess, it’s your job to talk people into having an engagement session.” Yes…. and no. If you think this post will sweet talk you into paying me more money just because, then you’re wrong, friend! No other way about it. Though engagement sessions support my business financially, that’s […]
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